Nadal could miss Melbourne

Rafael Nadal is hoping to return from his knee injury having banished any doubts about his long-term tennis future – but the world number three admits his lay-off may include next year’s Australian Open.

Nadal could miss Melbourne

Rafael Nadal is hoping to return from his knee injury having banished any doubts about his long-term tennis future – but the world number three admits his lay-off may include next year’s Australian Open.

The Spaniard has missed the last three months with a patella problem in his right knee – not taking to the court since his stunning loss to Czech Lukas Rosol at Wimbledon in June.

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